Serving 46 students in grades 6-8, Eagle Ridge Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Ridge Middle School's student population of 46 students has declined by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
46 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eagle Ridge Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eagle Ridge Middle School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1337 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
1:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
35%
12%
Black
26%
12%
White
19%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Ridge Middle School's ranking?
Eagle Ridge Middle School is ranked #1337 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Eagle Ridge Middle School often compared to?
Eagle Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Shakopee East Middle School, Harriet Bishop Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Eagle Ridge Middle School?
46 students attend Eagle Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Eagle Ridge Middle School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 19% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eagle Ridge Middle School?
Eagle Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Eagle Ridge Middle School offer ?
Eagle Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eagle Ridge Middle School part of?
Eagle Ridge Middle School is part of Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools.
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